M270 MLRS vs M777 Howitzer
The M270 MLRS is a Multiple Launch Rocket System, while the M777 Howitzer is a Towed Artillery. At 25.2 tons, the M270 MLRS is 6.0x the M777 Howitzer's 4.2 tons. Operational range is 483 km for the M270 MLRS vs 70 km for the M777 Howitzer. The M270 MLRS is armed with a 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette, while the M777 Howitzer carries a 155 mm 55-caliber barrel. Unit cost is $2.3M for the M270 MLRS vs $3.738M for the M777 Howitzer.
| American multiple rocket launcher system, over 1450 units built, manufactured by Lockheed Martin Vought Systems. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Multiple Launch Rocket System |
| Type | Multiple Rocket Launcher System |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin Vought Systems |
| Number produced | 1,450 units |
| Estimated unit price | $2.3 million |
| Developed in the United Kingdom and introduced in 2005, the M777 is a 155mm towed howitzer used for fire support, featuring a titanium structure for helicopter transport. | |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Towed Artillery |
| Type | Towed 155 mm artillery piece |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| Number produced | -- units |
| Estimated unit price | $3.7 million |
| Combat weight | 25.2 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 72 km/h |
| Operational range | 483 km â—‰ |
| Length | 6.55 m â—‰ |
| Width | 3.60 m |
| Height | -- m |
| Crew | 3 |
| Engine | Cummins VTA-903T V8 Turbo-Diesel Engine with 500 hp |
| Main armament | 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette |
| Secondary weapon | -- |
| Combat weight | 4.2 tons â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | -- km/h |
| Operational range | 70 km â—‰ |
| Length | 9.10 m â—‰ |
| Width | -- m |
| Height | -- m |
| Crew | 8 (normal), 5 (minimum), 3 (minimal emergency) |
| Engine | -- |
| Main armament | 155 mm 55-caliber barrel |
| Secondary weapon | M982 Excalibur GPS-guided munition |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the M270 MLRS or M777 Howitzer?
The M270 MLRS is faster with a maximum road speed of 72 km/h compared to the M777 Howitzer's 0 km/h.
Which has longer operational range, the M270 MLRS or M777 Howitzer?
The M270 MLRS has a longer operational range at 483 km compared to the M777 Howitzer's 70 km.
Which is heavier, the M270 MLRS or M777 Howitzer?
The M270 MLRS is heavier at 25.2 tons combat weight compared to the M777 Howitzer's 4.2 tons.
Which is larger, the M270 MLRS or M777 Howitzer?
The M777 Howitzer is longer at 9.10 meters compared to the M270 MLRS's 6.55 meters.
How many crew members do the M270 MLRS and M777 Howitzer require?
The M777 Howitzer requires a larger crew of 8 (normal), 5 (minimum), 3 (minimal emergency) compared to the M270 MLRS's 3 crew members.
Which is more expensive, the M270 MLRS or M777 Howitzer?
The M777 Howitzer is more expensive at approximately $3.7 million per unit compared to the M270 MLRS at $2.3 million.
What are the main armaments of the M270 MLRS and M777 Howitzer?
The M270 MLRS is armed with 12 roquettes M26 227mm. avec 644 charges M77 par roquette while the M777 Howitzer carries 155 mm 55-caliber barrel as its main armament.